Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) | Why Prevention Is Better Than Response
Disasters are impacting the lives of millions of people around the world more than ever before. In the twenty-first century, there has been a significant rise in the number and intensity of natural disasters, such as floods that cover entire cities or earthquakes that destroy communities in an instant. these hazards are natural occurrences, the impact they have is greatly influenced by human decisions and societal actions. Choices regarding […]
Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOFs): A Serious Risk for Mountain Communities in Gilgit-Baltistan
Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) are threatening hazards in high mountain regions due to the rapid change in Earth’s climate. Glaciers are a natural source of freshwater in frozen form and are melting more rapidly today than at any time in recorded history. This rapid melting is the reason for the formation of new glacial […]